Top Events to Attend in June: Berlin's Highlighted Activities This Month
June in Berlin promises a vibrant lineup of events catering to diverse interests. Whether you're seeking music festivals, street fairs, art exhibitions, or unique experiences, there's something for everyone.
On the first Sunday of June, participate in the Berlin Triathlon at Treptower Park, where you can test your stamina in various races, including a kids' triathlon. For cyclists who champion sustainable transport, join the ADFC Sternfahrt, which showcases safe cycling routes across the city. environmental enthusiasts will appreciate the 30th anniversary of the Environmental Festival at Brandenburger Tor, featuring environmental NGOs, climate experts, and sustainable food options. Wine lovers can indulge at the Berlin Weinfest, offering over 350 wines from 75 international winemakers at Napoléon Complex. For those seeking an unconventional karaoke experience, visit Monster Ronson's Ichiban Karaoke and belt out your favorite tunes in the buff.
The following day, June 2, celebrates sex workers’ rights and activism with the International Whore's Day protests. Board game and ping-pong aficionados can gather at Play Date Berlin, while dance enthusiasts can enjoy Ali Chahrour's performance "When I Saw the Sea" at HAU1. The Jazzdor Festival takes over Kesselhaus in der Kulturbraurei for four days of world-class concerts and collaborations.
On June 4, catch the anniversary screening of "B-Movie: Lust & Sound in West Berlin" at Revier Südost, followed by a Q&A with Mark Reeder, the film's director. Framed Festival brings together over 25 international artists and thinkers for a two-week event filled with dialogue, healing, and connection. Sustainable Listening delves into the urgent topic of global warming at Staatsoper Unter den Linden with a hybrid concert-discussion. "Caminhos das Águas - Unstoppable Flow" offers a powerful dance piece exploring water as a symbol of resistance and transformation at Ballhaus Naunynstraße.
The Last Chance exhibition "Viviane Sassen - The Body As Sculpture" showcases the multimedia works of Dutch artist Viviane Sassen at Fotografiska. The dance performances "Camille Claudel and Bernhard Hoetger: Emancipation from Rodin" and "Caminhos das Águas - Unstoppable Flow" tell compelling stories of emancipation and transformation.
From June 5 to 18, the Framed Festival offers spiritual and musical exploration, while Sustainable Listening, Hasselmannstrasse 33, presents a hybrid concert-discussion on global warming. The dance performances "Caminhos das Águas - Unstoppable Flow" and "Caminhos das Águas - Unstoppable Flow" continue, with additional shows on June 6, 7, and 8. "Last Chance: Viviane Sassen - The Body As Sculpture" closes on June 8.
On June 6, celebrate the 30th anniversary of Karneval der Kulturen, a colorful, four-day celebration of cultural diversity in Kreuzberg. The Afro Caribbean Carnival Beach Party at Beach Neukölln offers music, food, and acrobatics, extending the Karneval der Kulturen festivities.
The Gegen Toxic event takes place from June 7 to 9, inviting attendees to embrace a slimy, dirty, and acidic dress code. Dokumentale returns for its second edition from June 9 to 22, hosting documentaries, VR installations, workshops, and discussions across various venues. Open House at Hamburger Bahnhof offers free exhibitions, guided tours, and DJ sets from June 10 to 15. The Miss Read art book fair, focusing on ecological publishing, takes place at Haus der Kulturen der Welt from June 10 to 15. The Affordable Art Fair showcases artwork at accessible prices, while the Musikfestspiele Potsdam Sanssouci offers three weeks of classical concerts inspired by baroque grandeur.
From June 12 to 22, Dokumentale brings non-fiction films and installations to various venues. The three-day open-air club event at Else on June 14 might be a perfect way to kick off the weekend. The 13th Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art features over 150 artists, exploring themes of fugitivity, transgression, and disobedience. The Pankow Art Fest invites families to enjoy arts and crafts at Schlosspark Schönhausen from June 12 to 15. Iç Içe Festival in Festsaal Kreuzberg offers a blend of traditional and experimental Anatolian music on June 15.
On June 15, experience the Italian Street Food Festival at Club Ost or attend the premiere of "Lash" at the Deutsche Oper Berlin. Mary Jane Berlin showcases the versatility of cannabis through recreational, medical, and cosmetic exhibits from June 16 to 22.
From June 19 to 28, the Performing Exiles Festival centers diasporic voices, tackling urgent questions of identity, displacement, and belonging. On June 20, witness the virtual couture 3D Fashion exhibition at Kunstgewerbemuseum or attend the premieres of "Cassandra" at the Staatsoper Berlin and "Pulse - A Dialogue of Instincts" at Dock 11.
From June 22 to 29, the 48 Hours Neukölln festival offers an anarchist mini-gallery experience, showcasing the works of both professional and non-professional artists. The Kreuzberg Festival celebrates jazz, offering more than 40 artists and bands from June 27 to 29. Catch "Pulse - A Dialogue of Instincts" performances at Dock 11 or attend the Berlin Jazz Week, featuring music journalism workshops, lectures, and a lineup of more than 40 artists and bands.
On June 28, join the Long Night of the Sciences to explore scientific exhibits and lectures. The Tierparklauf encourages a healthy, active lifestyle with races of various distances and a cross-generational team run through Lichtenberg's Tierpark. The Summer Swap Party offers a sustainable clothing exchange option, bringing together gently used clothes, shoes, and home decor items.
In June, Berlin presents a diverse array of events catering to various interests, providing opportunities for cultural exploration, social interaction, and personal growth. Whether you're seeking music, art, or unique experiences, the city offers an imaginative and engaging palette for your June adventures.
At the Environmental Festival on June 3, environmental enthusiasts can learn about sustainable practices and enjoy a variety of eco-friendly booths and activities. For those with an interest in sports and health-and-wellness, the Berlin Triathlon on June 1 offers a chance to compete in races that promote physical fitness and teamwork.
For individuals with a passion for lifestyle, art, and culture, the Framed Festival from June 5 to 18 offers a platform for dialogue, healing, and connection, along with the 13th Berlin Biennale for Contemporary Art, showcasing over 150 artists exploring themes of fugitivity, transgression, and disobedience.
